Greek mythology, an intricate tapestry of gods, heroes, and timeless tales, has fascinated readers for millennia. Its stories, steeped in drama, romance, and tragedy, transcend the ancient world to find a permanent place in the literary canon. These myths have served as a foundation for countless works, influencing genres ranging from classical literature to modern fantasy. In recent years, there has been a notable surge in the number of books retelling Greek mythology that breathe new life into these ancient narratives, reimagining them for contemporary audiences. Authors are not just retelling these stories; they are transforming them, infusing them with modern sensibilities and perspectives while retaining their mythic essence.

Comic fantasy, a genre that blends the whimsical elements of fantasy with humor, frequently encounters an intriguing dilemma—it's not always funny to its readers. In this exploration, we delve into the heart of comic fantasy, deciphering the subjective nature of humor and questioning what truly defines a work as comic fantasy. Along the way, we discuss the genre's history, its core elements, the art of humor, common pitfalls, and the role of audience expectations.

I’ve been reading high fantasy since I was sixteen when a friend introduced me to the Farseer Trilogy by Robin […]

Ilona Andrews was not my first encounter with the urban fantasy genre. Not by a mile. I’ve been devouring books of this genre since I was 18 and a friend at uni first introduced me to Kelley Armstrong. I’ll get to the Women of the Otherworld series in due course, but for the first Urban Fantasy series I reviewed, I had to make it my favourite. Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews - the pseudonym of an epic wife and husband duo - is one of those rare books that is close enough to being flawless that you develop an abiding love for the author, and the character, and the series.

I was really intrigued by the concept of The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve Gornichec. Loki is one of my favourite […]